Follow Me (also known as No Escape)
Movie Trailer
Release Date
July 16, 2020
Genre
Horror, Thriller
Cast & Crew
- Keegan Allen as Cole Turner
- Holland Roden as Erin Isaacs
- Denzel Whitaker as Thomas
- Ronen Rubinstein as Alexei
- Pasha D. Lychnikoff as Andrei
- Siya as Sam
Director
Will Wernick
Other Movies Director is Known For
- Escape Room (2017)
Producer
Alex Chizhikov, Irina Chizhikova, Will Wernick
Writer
Will Wernick
Budget
Estimated $2-3 million
Production Company
Escape Productions, Voltage Pictures
Running Time
88 minutes
Languages
English
Maturity Rating
R (for strong violence, grisly images, and language throughout)
Content Advisory
- Intense violence
- Gore
- Strong language
- Psychological horror
Movie Story
“Follow Me” (also known internationally as No Escape) is a horror-thriller that revolves around Cole Turner (Keegan Allen), a popular social media influencer known for his extreme and adventurous content. Always pushing the boundaries to keep his audience engaged, Cole embarks on a new and thrilling adventure when his friends surprise him with a trip to Moscow for his latest video.
Once in Moscow, Cole and his friends are invited to participate in an exclusive and mysterious escape room experience. The allure of the unknown and the promise of a next-level thrill drive them to accept the invitation. However, what starts as a game soon turns into a terrifying fight for survival. The escape room is revealed to be a sadistic and deadly trap, where the lines between reality and Cole’s carefully curated online persona blur.
As the situation becomes increasingly dangerous, Cole and his friends must use all their wits and courage to escape. They are faced with brutal challenges and psychological torture that push them to their limits. Throughout the ordeal, Cole grapples with the consequences of his online persona and the real-life dangers that come with chasing fame.
“Follow Me” combines elements of psychological horror with intense thriller sequences, exploring themes of social media obsession, the blurring of virtual and real worlds, and the cost of fame. The film builds suspense through a series of harrowing challenges, leading to a shocking and twist-filled climax that leaves both Cole and the audience questioning what is real and what is staged.
Special Effects
The special effects in “Follow Me” are utilized to create the gruesome and terrifying scenarios within the escape room. The film employs practical effects to enhance the realism of the traps and the gore, while also using lighting and sound design to heighten the tension and create an immersive experience for the audience.
Box Office Performance
“Follow Me” was released in select theaters and on video on demand (VOD) platforms. The film received mixed reviews, with some viewers praising its tension and twists, while others critiqued its predictability and reliance on familiar horror tropes. It garnered attention mainly among fans of escape room and survival horror genres.
Filming Locations
- Moscow, Russia
- Los Angeles, California, USA
Notable Quotes
- “You wanted something real? This is as real as it gets.” – Alexei
- “You always have to follow the rules… until you can’t.” – Cole Turner
Behind-the-Scenes
Director Will Wernick, known for his previous work on Escape Room (2017), aimed to elevate the escape room genre by blending it with the psychological horror of social media culture. The film was shot on location in Moscow and Los Angeles, with a focus on creating an authentic and intense atmosphere that reflects the dangers of the escape room and the blurred reality of online fame.
Awards
- None
Final Verdict
“Follow Me” offers a thrilling, if somewhat familiar, ride for fans of escape room horror and psychological thrillers. Keegan Allen delivers a solid performance as a social media influencer who finds himself trapped in a nightmare of his own making. The film’s exploration of the darker side of social media and the desire for fame adds a relevant twist to the genre, though it may not appeal to all viewers due to its reliance on horror clichés. However, those looking for a tense, fast-paced thriller with a twist will find “Follow Me” an entertaining watch.
IMDb Rating
5.4/10